Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) – Welsh-Medium (All Subject Specialisms) in Pontypridd

Type: Long-term / Supply opportunities available

Location: Cardiff & surrounding areas

Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)

Salary: Paid to Scale

Start Date: ASAP

Essential: Fluent Welsh speaker, DBS & EWC registration (or willingness to apply)

Ready to inspire the next generation through the Welsh language? Your teaching journey starts here. Elementa Support Services is proud to partner with a network of welcoming, high-performing Welsh-medium secondary schools across Cardiff that are looking for enthusiastic and talented Newly Qualified Teachers to join their teams.

Whether your passion is English, Maths, Science, Welsh, Humanities, Modern Foreign Languages, PE, Creative Arts, Technology, Business, Computing, or any other secondary subject, we want to hear from you. This is more than just your first teaching role—it's an opportunity to develop your career in schools that are committed to supporting Early Career Teachers, helping you build confidence, refine your practice, and make a lasting impact on young people's lives.

What you'll be doing

• Deliver engaging, creative lessons that inspire a love of learning
• Bring your subject to life through high-quality teaching aligned with the Curriculum for Wales
• Create an inclusive, positive classroom where every learner can thrive
• Assess progress and help students reach their full potential
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Become an active member of a supportive school community while continuing your own professional development

We're looking for someone who:

• Is a fluent Welsh speaker (essential)
• Has achieved, or is due to achieve, Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Is registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC), or willing to register
• Is passionate about education and committed to helping every learner succeed
• Has excellent communication and classroom management skills
• Is enthusiastic, reflective, and eager to grow as an educator
• Wants to make a genuine difference in Welsh-medium education

Why join Elementa?

We know that starting your teaching career is a huge milestone, so we're here to support you every step of the way. As an Elementa candidate, you'll benefit from:

• Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies and no waiting for monthly payroll
• Paid to scale, in line with your role and experience
• Access to free and discounted CPD, including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
• A dedicated Candidate Manager who will support you from application through to placement and beyond
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent teaching positions
• Access to trusted partners providing tax, legal, and accountancy support

Application Process

All applications are managed by Elementa as the recruitment partner for our client schools. Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do, and all successful applicants will complete a thorough pre-employment screening process. Appointment is subject to:

• Successful interview
• Satisfactory references
• Safeguarding & Prevent training
• EWC registration in the appropriate categories
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure (chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
• Right to work in the UK

Please note

Unfortunately, this role is not suitable for applicants who:

• Are not currently based in the UK
• Require employer sponsorship to work in the UK
• Are not fluent Welsh speakers
• Are not eligible to register with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)

Start your teaching career with confidence. If you're ready to inspire young people, celebrate the Welsh language, and begin your career in a supportive and rewarding school environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated education consultants will be in touch to discuss the opportunities best suited to your subject specialism and career goals.